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Bike-Walk Alliance of NH ==
How smart are you?
Two new videos promote better bicycling and awareness
Here is the latest video created by the League of American Bicyclists as posted on YouTube. Certified cycling instructors depict proper riding techniques in city traffic, proper lane usage, signaling, and interacting with motorists by handling their bicycle as a vehicle - which it is!
Note that proper and confident bicycling requires education and practice. The situations covered in this video are not for children or those just learning to cycle in traffic. LAB's Certified Cycling Instructors offer courses such as "Road-I" and "Road-II" which help adult bicyclists become more skillful and confident when cycling on the road. One such "Road-I" course is scheduled for May at NHCTC-Manchester. Click here for details or contact the BWA-NH office at info@bwanh.org or call 603.898.9926.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rU4nKKq02BU
One critical aspect of cycling is being visible. Here is an awareness test you
can take in just a minute by watching a video.
Did you pass the test on your first viewing? Just think about how many motorists view bicyclists then act accordingly. You must be seen to be safe, but thinking you have been seen does not make you safe! Bicyclists must establish eye contact with motorists before crossing their path. And better than just eye contact, a "friendly wave" to get the motorist's attention can help avoid a crash caused when the motorist did not "see" you.
Submitted by Dave Topham, LAB LCI # 39.
